Tuesday, October 3, 2023

The Greetery {Recollective Holiday Collection} Day 1

Hello, dear friends, and welcome to day 1 of full reveals for the fabulous new Recollective Holiday Collection from The Greetery! I have been busy as a little bee creating all kinds of fun things to share with you over the next three days! You'll want to head to The Greetery Blog for the official "Meet and Greet" for each of the featured products today, but make sure to leave a comment here, and on each designers' blog, for a chance to win one of two $50 gift certificates to the shop!
My first card for today uses the cute and clever new Wrapped in Love stamp/die set! I just love how unique this set is and I'm OBSESSED with the sentiments!

I found a super cute Hallmark collection of wrapping paper that was the inspiration for today's card; sage green, white, red.....just fabulous! I absolutely love how Betsy gave us a stamp for  the inside of the wrap with the signature "hallmark" grid lines!

The Wrapped in Love die collection comes with all the little bits and bobs that you will need to bring a "wrapping scene" to life! The scissors are the cutest, and the TAPE....so cute! It's all so well thought out, don't you think? I mentioned the sentiments earlier; I opted for one that focuses on the true meaning of Christmas, but there are SO MANY to choose from! This card also features the fabulous new BotaniCuts Juniper dies!

I made a pair of tags that feature the Wrapped In Love Additions Sentiment stamp set; these are the perfect choice for tags and wraps!!!

These tags also feature the new Juniper as well!

The Wrapped in Love sentiment dies allow you to die cut the word "wrapped" and there is also one for the word "wrapping", but I didn't end up using that one for today!

The Wrapped in Love stamp set comes with quite a few different patterns for your wrapping paper rolls; I'm particularly smitten with the plaid! And can we talk about the little die cut gifts? The cutest!!!

This next pair of cards features another unique and well thought out stamp set called Comfort and Joy. Both cards also feature the new Winterland stamp/die set. 

The Comfort and Joy stamp set is a collection of sentiments that are tailored to those celebrating without a loved one during the Christmas season, BUT, there are a few that work well for regular Christmas cards as well. 

I love the different sprigs and branches included in the Winterland stamp set!

I heat embossed the sentiment in white and then die cut it using the Winterland dies. I love it when sentiments have coordinating dies!

I had a few sprigs and branches left over from my first card, so I decided to showcase a regular Christmas card that isn't necessarily "sympathy".

I do want to note that I used a fine point brown marker to add the details to the berries.

I added glitter and paint splatter for a snowy, holiday look!

I heat embossed the "sending wishes for" and "at Christmas time" sentiments directly onto the Pinefeather panel and then arranged the foliage under the "comfort and Joy sentiment. I love how the white paint splatter almost gives the illusion of pioneer enamel wear!

My final project for today uses the AMAZING new Big Beautiful Bow die set....I'm absolutely smitten! I can't believe I didn't find more projects to stick a bow on! ha ha! But just wait, I can see a whole collection of Christmas cards using the new Wrapped in Love stamp set and this bow!

I opted for something a little more winter-y and something suitable to use as a thank you card for after Christmas or for an accompaniment to a hostess gift!

I was tempted to use pattern paper for the base to mimic the look of actual wrapping paper, but feared it might look too busy, so instead, I chose to use the beautiful Pine and Berry Background Stamp that was released last year!

I added the die cut bow (very easy to assemble) using liquid glue and foam squares. and then stamped the sentiment in white ink. I also added the die cut "wrapped" sentiment for some dimension. I tucked in a few sprigs from the Winterland stamp set and a few Juniper branches! 
I absolutely adore this new collection and I hope you've enjoyed today's featured products! Join me again tomorrow for day 2 of full reveals! Don't forget to head to the other designers' blogs and leave comments there for a chance to be eligible to win one of two gift certificates!
Thanks for fluttering by!
Kelly (you are here)

 

142 comments:

Lissette said...

Kelly, just when I think I have a favorite card, you create more magic. Your cards are so beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration!

Isabel Z said...

These are absolutely gorgeous!

Lynda Dean said...

Kelly, the colors you used are so pretty! I just love the gold, kraft, sage you used they make these new fun items so very classy!

Anonymous said...

Kelly, you are so talented! Love your projects and that big bow is also my favorite!!

Christine Nixon said...

What absolutely gorgeous cards. I thought each one was a favorite, then the next one appeared and then it was my favorite! I am so in love with that bow! Great job❤️

Myrna said...

The Wrapped in Love card and great tags are a show taker!!! And then I got down to your beautiful Bow card, love your colors and the background Pine and berries, looks awesome with it!! So creative!

Catherine Anderson said...

Love the blue gray and gold antique vibe of the Big Bow card! And the one with the wrapping paper is irresistible!

MoTurner said...

Beautiful projects packed with so much inspiration! I LOVE everything about this new release....that big BOW!!!

tycodmom said...

As always your projects inspire and are beautiful. The bow is to die for.

srob said...

The huge bow is my absolute favorite. You cards are lovely.

Mary Kay Ross said...

Gorgeous as always!!! Those green cards are exquisite and I love the sentiment.

Nancy K Rodeberg said...

Kelly, such gorgeous cards! I love the juniper branches of tucked around the bow. The Comfort and Joy set is beautiful, I love how you used them. So good!

Pat A said...

Your cards are so pretty. Love that gorgeous bow!

Em said...

I see so many useful ways to use these great new products.

Julie Bitner said...

Gorgeous cards! I especially love your pretty tags.

sherry107 said...

Absolutely stunning! I love the “Hallmark” grid pattern! What an awesome little detail! Wonderful release!

Steph B said...

Beautiful cards! The Greetery's fonts and sentiments are just the best. And that bow!

Renee said...

I can't even pick a favorite...the card that resembles how my wrapping setup looks against the floor šŸ™‚? Those gorgeous tags? Or the incredibly elegant bow? ❤️

ChrisR said...

Love the bow card so beautiful, wow!

Barb Kirkwood said...

love your color choices. All the cards are beautiful.

KraftyKrissi said...

Wowza! Love these! The arch is perfect for these products and your bow card is stunning!

Sandy S. said...

Beautiful. I love your use of the wood planks background. I am always wrapping presents on the floor. And the composition of the tags is fantastic.

Gail Spresser said...

Such Wonderful cards! Great new release! Thanks for sharing! šŸ˜Š

Mrsfish02 said...

Kelly your samples always make me want the whole release!!! I am especially fond of the big bow! Lovely job, TFS

I Card Everyone said...

Oh, my goodness, Kelly! You've really spoiled us this morning! Every card is a charmer!
It's clear to see we girls are always the ones to do the wrapping - I adore that set!
=]

Anneleise Hampson said...

What a great release. My favourite has to be that big beautiful bow!

CraftLein* - enjoy creativity said...

WOW so Wonderful! I love, love this release and i see so many different styles of projects with the same products. The bow is a hit if you ask me, just perfect for my Christmas cards and tags. I need to order soon, so I can get some play time. Love from The Netherlands Marjolein Verleg

Gloria said...

Love your color selection which makes your cards and tags so beautiful. Love it all!

mel h said...

Such a great release, and I adore it all. The wrapping paper die is just brilliant.

Rose Reynolds said...

Beautifully done cards as always. The tags did it for me. They are going to be so much fun to make. But wait! I scroll down and see that big blue bow and I just lose it! Fabulous! Oh, I'm so excited!!!
Rose Reynolds

Susi K said...

Love all the little details included in Wrapped in Love.

Mcash said...

These are gorgeous Kelly you knocked it out of the park!

michelle in mi said...

Your designs are such an inspiration- thank you!

Lisa Godaire said...

Gorgeous cards!!! My favorite is the one with the bow. Loving that die!

Tracy S. said...

The bow is everything this time around, I love all of your cards!

Cindy H. said...

Wow, what gorgeous cards and tags! Love that bow and the sentiments from Comfort and Joy.

Miriam Leech said...

I am just in awe of these cards!! Your colors, your designs, every detail is perfection!!! You are simply amazing, Kelly!!!

Ruth G said...

Your designs are wonderful! I love the colors you used and I couldn't agree more about the fabulous sentiments and that gorgeous bow die! Thank you so much for sharing and inspiring!

Rosemary said...

Your cards and tags are beyond amazing. Your attention to detail is outstanding and brings each project to life!

anni said...

Gorgeous cards! The sentiments from this release are just perfect!

Anonymous said...

Your color combinations are so pretty! Really like how you use all the sprigs and branches to create such a pretty card.

Kim Burckhard said...

They are all so beautiful Kelly! I love that bow

Stephanie Clapper said...

I love the colors and designs on your cards and tags. Each one is a really beauty! I’m also very appreciative of the Comfort and Joy sentiments, a very thoughtful addition to this amazing release!

Jan Elmore said...

Oh so pretty. It's perfect!

Jan in Tucson said...

Kelly, I adore your color combos! So elegant!

Sheila said...

Love all your cards and how you mix and match all the sets, new and old, together.

Vickie R. said...

I always look forward to your release projects! So beautiful!

sue a said...

I love your color palette! Such beautiful inspiration - too hard to pick a favorite.

Emily said...

I love your color combinations. The grey-blues, teals and reds together are stunning! Thanks for the inspiration.

Debbie said...

Your cards are so beautiful especially the one with the big bow! I gotta get that!

Allie said...

WOW, Kelly, your colour choices for your projects today are incredible! That dark green with the white spatters is just stunning. Love your projects!

Amy Vitriani said...

Fantastic projects!! This new release is already so super amazing!! Thanks for sharing :)

mimi said...

Absolutely stunning! I adore every detail, from the exquisite wrapping paper and heartfelt sentiments to the charming wrapping accessories. That magnificent bow is simply breathtaking! Your choice of greenery is spot on and it floods me with a rush of nostalgic memories.

Jade said...

So many gorgeous cards. All are incredible. I especially like the berry and the gold and silver bow cards. Stunning!

laurazark@gmail.com said...

Oh, Kelly, each of your cards and tags are GORGEOUS and I adore the sentiments! That bow is amazing, the Winterland greenery is beautiful and the wrapping stamps and dies are brilliant; love them!

Pat Phillips said...

Such lovely cards - they all seem so elegant. Thank you for all your wonderful ideas Kelly!

Annie B. said...

Love your cards Dana!!! The color combos are truly awesome. Thanks for sharing.

Denise Bryant said...

Fabulous cards and tags! I am so excited about all the gift wrapping designs, and I love the beautiful holiday greenery too!

Emma Sleppy said...

I love everything and cant wait to start creating some tags too.

Leslie said...

Gorgeous cards! I LOVE your Comfort & Joy card! That dark green is stunning!

Charlene said...

I love your little tags! Thank you for showing another way to use this set! Those scissor are adorable!

TeresaC said...

You are so clever with your projects Kelly! Love your Wrapped in Love cards and tags and how you used the Big Beautiful Bow dies.
So much fun included in this release!

Luanne said...

I’m in awe of your beautiful cards and tags! Super love the big bow and your neat color choices! Gorgeous!

Sra. Spitzer said...

Wow... I don't know where to start. My husband would congratulate you for rendering me speechless LOL. Your cards are so sophisticated and elegant, Kelly!! I love the way you popped up "Wrapped" on a couple of the cards - that really packs a punch design-wise. I love the card on which you used the Winterland products. Wow! So gorgeous! The juniper sprig looks fantastic - a must-have. Finally, I think it was genius to use a dark and dramatic background on some of the cards. Anyone looking at your projects would proclaim them a master class in the art of cardmaking. WOW!
Lori S in PA

Debbie Br said...

As always, your cards are fantastic, and I especially like your last card!

Lee said...

I love this! Especially the sweet tags!

Karen said...

Truly, one gorgeous card after another--beautifully designed and your color choices are wonderful! LOVE your tags, too!

Valerie W said...

Well done!! Every card is just as pretty as the one before. I kept thinking "that's my favorite" and then I would see your next card. Very inspirational.

ESUE said...

Love your gorgeous cards. Such inspiration for us to follow. Thank you for sharing.

Michelle said...

Love love your work! Great colors used! Love the new product❤️

Diane said...

Wow, gorgeous and creative projects, I think one could never start creating with these new 'wrappings', I know it will be one fun set to play with, hope she adds a birthday add on to it down the road, I can see hours of fun here!

Rachael B said...

I just can’t! These cards are STUNNING! That last card with the big bow, is spectacular!

Mutzy Mia said...

I love the colors you've chosen for your projects, especially the sage green and Pinefeather with just small pops of red. Each project is so beautiful! I'm going to need to remember your color palate and refer to this post often! Wonderfully done. Looking forward to what you will share the last couple days!

Kathy Dumpert said...

I like all the added greenery to your cards.

Gayle I. said...

All so lovely; that bow is stunning!

Carrie said...

How absolutely beautiful your cards are! I just love a teal/aqua with red combo for Christmas!
Your tags are just awesome, too!

Linda E said...

Once again, over-the-top gorgeousness with that bow! And I'm in total agreement about those sentiments!

CRZUEHLKE said...

Loved everything! Such creativity!

Samantha Pfrimmer said...

These cards are all so beautiful. I can't pic a favorite.

Anonymous said...

What a fun release! Love each aspect - the rolled paper and accoutrements, the gorgeous greenery, sentiments and that big bow! Oh, my! Love your dark background card and the more neutral color for the bow card. Both are stunning.

Patricia H.
smudgie1955@gmail.com

Kathy Mc said...

So much beauty in this release and your post, Kelly! Love that you always use such unique color combinations and extra details. Betsy certainly thought if everything from the backside of wrapping paper to the gorgeous big bow, scissors, tape dispenser, greenery, berries and the works all wrapped up in one release.

MadeByMeghanK said...

These cards are stunning! I LOVE the bright colors! The wrapping paper and bow are my favorite!!!!!!! The way you use the Christmas foliage is amazing!

Susan Beauchaine said...

BEAUTIFUL cards!

Pam said...

Beautiful bow card and the 2 tags. I especially love the Winterland cards!

Sally Keagle said...

Stunning! You’ve done it again, such lovely cards.

Lori Beseke said...

Your projects are just fabulous! Love the big bow card.

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful examples of some amazing products! That blue bow on the olive background is wonderful!
LynnW

Becky Green said...

HOW FUNNY! I am SMITTEN with the VERY SAME THINGS you are Kelly! The SENTIMENTS & THE BIG BOW! LOL STUNNING WORK too, Kelly! SO MANY GREAT IDEAS here on the first day! CAN'T WAIT to see MORE OF EVERYTHING! ;)

Marcia Hill said...

Your cards and tags are all works of art Kelly and I'm totally in LOVE with each one!! Especially the dark green card...sooooooo pretty! Such a GORGEOUS release and you have made each of these new products SHINE! Hugs. :0)

Christy H. said...

Such beautiful cards! I really love the comfort and hope cards. They are both beautiful and thoughtful for those hurting during the Christmas season. The bow card color combo are gorgeous! Christy H. ru4given2@bellsouth.net

Nora Noll said...

What STUNNING projects!! I love those fun tags and the dark green cards are just so beautiful. I love the bow card the most. Wonderful design.

Sue McRae said...

The gift tag is so fun and looove the bow!

BarbaraB said...

Gorgeous, gorgeous cards! And such pretty colors.

just me said...

Love the color combinations! Beautiful!

Miriam Prantner said...

I'm absolutely loving those tiny little package dies, they are just so cute, and I adore that silver and gold card with the gorgeous bow!

Sue D said...

Very pretty creations. I like your choice of colors.

Karen Day said...

I always love seeing how you put everything together! Your arch die card is my absolute favourite today :-)

Amanda said...

Love your color choices. Beautiful work.

Carmela said...

Spectacular cards, Kelly! I love the cards with the greenery and the large bow!

Karen V. said...

The cards are very festive. Really like the dark cardstock used for the backgrounds.

Karen M said...

Love your tags - they will be perfect for gifts! And that bow is so pretty.

Karen in PA said...

Lovely colors for Christmas - especially the last non-traditional one. I wouldn't have thought to choose those colors, but I love them.

Debbie D. said...

Love, love , love the color choices on all of your cards!

Jill Schultz said...

I'm with you -- stick that bow on everything! That last card is my favorite sample today! Beautiful!

Karen Letchworth said...

Your cards are STUNNING and so inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us for this amazing new release from The Greetery. Blessings.

Anonymous said...

These cards and tags are so elegant. I love the subtle palette, but then that rich deep green! Wow!

Vikki H said...

Beautiful inspiration and I'm with you on that fantastic bow! It's a must have!

Anonymous said...

All of your cards are beautiful, but the dark green ones, just wow! And that bow! It’s a must have. Nancy S. nasinnen@yahoo.com

Rema DeLeeuw said...

Beautiful projects!!

Anonymous said...

Marisela Delgado said: Hola, Kelly! If you ever hear noises outside of your craft room window, it's me trying to spy and watch you craft. šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚ Your cards are always so gorgeous! šŸ’œ Marisela mariandmonsterd@yahoo.com

Nancy Nicholson said...

Gorgeous cards! I love all the accessories in Wrapped in Love. The tape dispenser is so cute!

Stamping911 said...

Such beautiful cards!!

Anonymous said...

The colors on your Comfort and Joy cards are divine! The rich green and secondly the lighter blue with a yellow tan!
Jan Metcalf
jmetcalf777@gmail.com

Betty Neville said...

Wow! These are absolutely stunning - love them! You are SO talented!

Anonymous said...

Your cards are stunning! Just when I think I’m going to have to have a product, you go and change my mind! Kristin Makowski
Krickys24@roadrunner.com

Jennifer K said...

Your color combos are just divine!

Mary Holshouser said...

So many wonderful cards.
The presents bring back memories of the
beautiful wrapping my mother did on all
of her presents. thanks for sharing.

Carol said...

Those cards and tags are just the sweetest!

Stacy Roberds said...

Oh that bow die!!! Beautiful cards!

Anonymous said...

I loved all your projects! Super cute ideas with the wrapped in love set. Your color choices are beautiful, especially the big bow card. Simply gorgeous! Andrea B rala9294@gmail.com

Ann F. said...

Wow, your projects are amazing. Love them all.

Anne B said...

Beautiful cards, Kelly, especially the ones using the Comfort and Joy sets.

Cheryl B. said...

The first card looks like a lot of wrapping taking place on a hardwood floor. In my youth , I did a lot of wrapping on the floor. Wouldn't be able to get from there now!

see mary stamp said...

Oh I see this is going to be one of those "I Want It All" releases. Love your Comfort & Joy projects.

Amy C. said...

I can't get over all the gorgeous details on your cards! This is such a fabulous holiday release.

MicheleS said...

Your cards are absolutely gorgeous! I am so inspired and can't wait to shop!

sharon g said...

The wood floor is such a cute addition. I LOVE the wrapping idea. What a cute card!

Dawn Y. said...

Oh, Kelly! Your cards are so lovely and festive! The sentiments you chose are absolutely perfect, too!šŸ©·

Diana Banash said...

That big beautiful bow is such a show-stopper and you've managed to stop the show several times here! Outstanding projects from outstanding products!

Sam F said...

Gosh! The colors you chose were just amazing. Loved the lighter blue bow with olive-y green background!! And the colors for the wrapping paper set—so fresh! Just love it all. Great work!

Ms. Tamp said...

Beautiful color and layer combinations. I like the ideas for tags.

SabineV said...

Fabulous cards. Thank you for sharing.

Donna Walls said...

I've been waiting to see the Wrapped in Love set in action and that large bow is definitely a must have! Gorgeous inspiration today!

Tracey McNeely said...

Kelly your projects are so detailed and unique I always ge the impression that you are enjoying the products so much while you're creating! Beautiful!

Kris said...

I just never know where to begin commenting on your posts…simply DIVINE! I especially love the little tags you created and the color combos are luscious today. Well done!

A Crafty Person said...

Totally “wrapped up” with this new release.

Glenn Zdziarski said...

Love how the color scheme carried through all your projects! They're all beautiful!

Larissa Heskett said...

Kelly, Your Projects are ALL STUNNING!! I’m partial to that Large Bow though!! WOW!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS Week!! ❤️

Heather said...

Love the tags and presents!

Candy said...

the blue and gold is stunning!

Becky S. said...

Very elegant projects!!

DorothyA said...

Wow, your cards are fabulous! I especially like the faux cross stitch on the "aida cloth". I love all the products, how they coordinate. Thanks for all the inspiration!